Archive for August 2012
Bret Bielema on Montee Ball, Russell Wilson and upcoming season
Wisconsin coach Bret Bielema joined the show to talk about the upcoming season. Bielema said that his star running back Montee Ball is fine after getting jumped a few weeks ago. “Any time football has been taken away from him, he’s come back with a vengeance,” Bielema said. He said Ball has fresh legs and…
Read MoreEddie George talks about chances of RB winning Heisman, USC’s title aspirations, ND controversy
FOX college football analyst Eddie George joined the show to talk about the upcoming season. George talked about the odds of Wisconsin running back Montee Ball winning the Heisman. “If he can come close to what he did last year in terms of touchdowns and numbers, he’ll definitely make the trip,” George said. But he…
Read MoreJoe Beninati talks about Kent State player running wrong way
Towson State play-by-play announcer Joe Beninati joined the show to talk about Kent State player Andre Parker running the wrong way after a muffed punt. Beninati talked about how incredulous he was. Beninati said Parker was in great spirits after the game. Joe realized this play will live on. “I don’t know if I’m ever going…
Read MoreEli Manning on Hakeem Nicks’ health, Peyton’s start and Giants’ attitude
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning joined the show to talk about the upcoming season and more. Eli talked about his star receiver Hakeem Nicks coming back from a broken foot. “He’s right where he needs to be,” Manning said. “I think he’s good to go.” But Manning said Nicks could probably look at tape…
Read MorePat Forde on college football title contenders, Notre Dame
Yahoo’s Pat Forde joined the show to preview the college football season. Dan asked Forde how many teams does he think is up there in the championship race. Forde said, “I think there’s five that may be ahead of everyone else – USC, Oregon, LSU, Alabama and Oklahoma.” Dan asked for some wild cards in…
Read MoreMike Pereira talks about challenges facing NFL replacement officials
FOX rules analyst Mike Pereira joined the show to talk about the League’s decision to start the season with replacement officials. Pereira said the NFL will try to help these guys, but it’s going to be tough. “It’s a very complicated rulebook,” Pereira said. “It’s a very complicated game.” Pereira thinks the officials will likely swallow…
Read MoreHeisman Pundit handicaps the field
Dan asked Huston what criteria Barkley fits for the Heisman. “Pretty much everything,” Huston said. Dan asked the last time there was this strong a favorite. “Last year,” Huston said, referring to Andrew Luck. But Huston said Luck was handicapped by playing at Stanford. Huston said USC is the perfect place to win it. Dan…
Read MoreRich Eisen picks Pats, Niners for Super Bowl
NFL Network host Rich Eisen joined the show to talk about the big stories around the League. Eisen offered his Super Bowl predictions. He thinks the Patriots will face off against the 49ers. Eisen said he’s very concerned about the replacement officials. He think they could have a negative impact on the game. Eisen noted…
Read MoreRobin Ventura on how to argue with umps, Mike Trout’s speed, White Sox’s expectations
Chicago White Sox manager Robin Ventura joined the show to talk about his season and more. Ventura talked about arguing with umps. He said he’s been kicked out of three games this year. “It’s not always bad words I’m saying,” Ventura said. “The other day with Jim Joyce, we were just talking. You start talking…
Read MoreWarren Sapp discusses Dez Bryant, Cards QB situation, looks back at his draft
NFL Network analyst Warren Sapp joined the show to talk about the upcoming season and his book. Sapp weighed in on Dez Bryant. He said he can’t believe some players take the job for granted and said he’s surprised players aren’t aware they could be working much tougher jobs. Sapp commented on the Arizona Cardinals…
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